Louis Martin

9.2

Light, high mineral content, dash of grapefruit, pairs well with shellfish. — 2 years ago

Jason and Caitlin

9.5

Recommended by Wheeler Wine Shop in Sharon, nice light red, chilled — 3 years ago

Nathan Renfro

9.5

Same comments as previously. This wine is fantastic! — 4 years ago

Ben Cowley

9.0

Thought it was white, imagine my surprise when I poured it to follow a rose. Zut alors! Very delicious, well balanced. 2016 needed a few mins to unwind. Where did it come from??? Lay and Wheeler? — 5 years ago

Will Stanley

9.4

Hats off to Lay & Wheeler, this own-brand Barolo is absolutely stupendous. Blown away by its complexity, well balanced in every sense with plenty of bright fruit, fierce tannin and bracing acidity. The most memorable wine I’ve had recently. Left wanting more. — 6 years ago

Andreya Nightingale

9.8

No simile, nor metaphor, nor purple language can do this wine justice. It is a tangible piece of California history and winemaking in this country. The first Syrah to be produced and labeled as such. Grapes were harvested at 22.5 Brix and that acidity gave this wine a gorgeous vibrancy that was utterly surprising and totally pleasurable to drink. The grapes were a trial and planted in 1959 by UC Davis at the Wheeler Farm vineyards. Upon release, marketing notes made comparisons to Petite Syrah because that variety was so much more familiar to the US market. I hope that I age as gracefully as this syrah, which was still ready to play hop scotch on the playground at 42 years old (which in wine years is like 105). — 6 years ago

with Tom and Matt

Chris England

9.2

£25 bargain private label from La Rioja Alta that's fab QPR & drinking superb for this money now 👍 showing all the characteristics of a 904 - 4.25⭐️ almost 4.5⭐️ this 😍

🍷 Garnet cherry w/ slight brown edge

👃 Thick burnt smocked oak driven mashed stewed dark cherry w/ vanilla, liquorice, earthy sherry hints

👄 Med smooth creamy sweet dark cherry liquorice seductive oak filled body

🎯 Med+ dark earthy sweet oaky cherry finale olé — 8 years ago

Romain Fitoussi

9.4

Beautiful light brick-brown colour with pink reflections. First nose evolved on dried fruits, nuts, apricots, then notes evoking maple syrup, peach syrup, hazelnut. Light, creamy, deep, paradoxical fine as great wines know how to make us experience it. Remanent finish, to be tasted certainly once in a lifetime when you can as an aperitif, such as on desserts based on nuts, chocolate, apricots, or with a camembert with raw milk. Serve a little refreshed.

Belle robe brun-brique clair aux reflets rosés.. Premier nez évolué sur les fruits secs, noix, abricots, puis des notes évoquants le sirop d’érable, la pêche en sirop, la noisette. Fin léger, onctueux, profond, paradoxal comme les grands vins savent nous en faire faire l’expérience. Finale rémanente, à goûter assurément une fois dans sa vie quand on peut à l’apéritif, comme sur des desserts à base de noix, chocolat, abricot, ou encore avec un camembert au lait cru. Servir un peu rafraîchi. — 3 years ago

Jason and Caitlin

9.4

Recommended by Wheeler Wine Shop in Sharon, really great with pizza - light, tasted better chilled. — 3 years ago

Chris Zitzman

9.0

I know the history of Trump Winery. All politics aside- for this review only, if you please- what Trump has done with this incredible property and the caliber facility that it has truly become- is a story into itself. The 2017 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon ($25 from the tasting room) is the perfect style of red to enjoy with all kinds of fare. Winning a Gold medal at the Virginia Governor’s Cup- is actually quite the deal. In truth, it’s hopped into contention for my “vanishing middle class’s Cheeseburger Wine of the Year”- which is fairly less prestigious as the aforementioned, Virginia Governor’s Cup. It’s a simple delight with just enough stricture to hold up to all kinds of cuisine. From a deep garnet color the nose evolves and grows from simple notes of currant and blackberries into deeper, fuller expressions of those flavors. Medium-full bodied on the palate, earthy elements begin to emerge and frame flavors of blackberry, stewed cherries and a whisper of smoke. I’m blown away by its elegance and simplicity. Winemaker Jonathan Wheeler is most definitely someone to watch, and deserves a hand foe crafting this delightful, easy-drinking Virginia Cabernet. — 4 years ago

John Williams

9.1

Sweet like a port but not overly sweet or heavy! The port that sips like a cab. — 6 years ago

with Dave

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.6

This is actually the 2016. I forgot to shoot an image.

Perfume fruits of; blackberries, dark cherries, black raspberries, creamy raspberries, baked strawberries, mixed berry cola, soft baking spices. caramel, light volcanic minerals, soft leather, crushed dry rocks, tobacco leaf and fresh red & dark perfume floral bouquets.

The body is leaner full and ruby, lush and elegant. Perfume fruits of; blackberries, dark cherries, black raspberries, creamy raspberries, baked strawberries, mixed berry cola, soft baking spices. caramel, light volcanic minerals, soft leather, crushed dry rocks, tobacco leaf and fresh red & dark perfume floral bouquets. The acidity is perfect and medium balance is perfect. Nicely done.

Photos of, eide side shot of Wheeler Farms, garden beans teepee, white grape press and barrel room. — 7 years ago

Susan Voyticky

9.3

Full and smooth. — 7 years ago

Jason and Caitlin

9.4

Delicious port, bought for a birthday at Wheeler wine — 3 years ago

Nathan Renfro

9.2

I’m a big fan of what Wheeler Farms is doing. Dark ruby. Plum, black cherry, currant. Chewy tannins. Nice mid palate with pretty long finish. Decant needed, at least an hour. Not as good as the 16 Cuvée or the 18 Cab, but still very nice. — 3 years ago

Eric

9.3

Can Franc. Outstanding. — 4 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.3

Thank goodness they still deliver during the Coronavirus pandemic.

This is extra good tonight. I was really very close to Soda Streaming that Wheeler Farms Rosé.

😍 this N/V Rosé and it has been a lot longer than normal. Close to withdrawals. 💉 — 5 years ago

Raun Kupiec

9.4

Something special. Didn’t really appreciate white port before this — 6 years ago

with Barbara

Anthony Marocco

9.1

Tropical with merange, light lime, guava, lychee, and grassy undertones - wet rock minerality and a round plush mouthfeel backed by lively acidity and a mouth watering finish — 6 years ago

Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.2

Wheeler Farms was designed and built after Bart & Daphne Araujo sold Araujo to Chateau Latour. They spared no expense building their facilities and make 11 other labels there, including TOR.

This 17 Rosé is their first vintage and is a red blend.

Soft beautiful fruits, lean, watermelon, cherries, raspberries strawberries, peach, light beautiful minerality & spring flowers and pink roses. Beautiful acidity & finish. Nicely done.

Photos of, the small bites prepared for our tasting, their awesome gardens and their reception and tasting room. — 7 years ago